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Jim Scripps serves as a Lecturer at the University of Nevada, Reno's Reynolds School of Journalism, teaching core courses including Media Writing (JOUR 107), Multimedia Reporting and Writing (JOUR 307), and Journalism Practicum (JOUR 416). He concurrently directs the Reynolds School of Journalism Writing Center, providing institutional leadership for student writing support.
His academic credentials include a B.A. in Journalism and Communications from the University of Oregon and an M.A. in Media Studies from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Professional expertise spans journalism practice and academia, with research interests centered on journalism pedagogy, media writing techniques, and specialized reporting fields including environmental issues, crime and justice, business, technology, and auto industry coverage. His industry experience directly informs teaching methodologies in media production and historical contexts.
Prior to UNR's acquisition of Sierra Nevada University, Scripps directed SNU's journalism program and advised its campus newspaper, demonstrating sustained commitment to journalism education across institutional transitions.
